Taco Quesadillas with Cheese (Printable Version)
Folded tortillas packed with melted cheese, taco meat, and fresh cilantro, crisped to perfection for a flavorful bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Components
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4 flour tortillas
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2 teaspoons unsalted butter
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1.5 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, or Mexican blend)
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1 cup cooked seasoned taco meat
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1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro
# Steps to Follow:
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Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
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Spread approximately 0.5 teaspoon of butter on one side of a tortilla and lay it buttered side down in the preheated skillet.
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Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of shredded cheese onto one half of the tortilla. Distribute 0.25 cup of cooked taco meat over the cheese, then top with an additional 2 to 3 tablespoons of cheese. Add a pinch of chopped cilantro.
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Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the underside is golden and the cheese begins to melt.
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Carefully flip the quesadilla and continue cooking until the second side is crisp and all cheese has melted.
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Remove the quesadilla using a spatula and place on a cutting board. Cut into wedges while hot and serve immediately. Repeat with remaining ingredients as needed.
# Additional Notes:
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For added flavour, serve with salsa, sour cream, or sliced avocado on the side.